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Knitting, Puzzles, Not Scrolling: Study Links Mental Activity To Reduced Dementia Risk
- Tuesday March 31, 2026
- Written by Debosmita Ghosh
People who keep their minds active while sitting; through crafts, games, or focused tasks, tend to have a lower risk of dementia later in life. However, this doesn't mean that sitting is 'healthy.'
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doctor.ndtv.com
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Can Your Reaction Speed Reveal Brain Health? The 30-Second Test Explained
- Sunday March 15, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
Reaction time reflects brain processing speed; simple tests like the ruler drop can reveal attention, coordination, and early cognitive changes.
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www.ndtv.com
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Mind Workouts That Boost Memory And Reduce The Chances Of Alzheimer's
- Saturday February 7, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
There is no known cure yet for Alzheimer's, hence, it is important that you take necessary steps that can help reduce the chances of developing the disease.
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www.ndtv.com
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From Yoga To Getting Proper Sleep: Here Are The 5 Hacks To Improve Your Focus Naturally
- Monday February 2, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
25 to 37% of students and adults report attention problems or mind-wandering during tasks, with smartphone and internet use being major contributors. Here are some natural hacks to improve your focus significantly.
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www.ndtv.com
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Doctor Reveals 5 Simple Hacks To Boost Brain Health, Make It Sharper
- Tuesday August 19, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Srishti Singh Sisodia
The brain gets stronger with exercise, and switching hands forces the brain to adapt, stimulating regions that are usually less active.
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www.ndtv.com
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Brain’s Built-In Signal Threshold Helps Differentiate Imagination from Reality
- Wednesday June 18, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A new study reveals that the brain relies on signal strength in the fusiform gyrus to decide whether visuals are real or imagined. This “reality threshold” may help explain how imagination can influence perception and sheds light on disorders like schizophrenia. Researchers believe this mechanism could be central to understanding hallucinations...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Study Reveals Chimpanzees Exhibit Varying Nut-Cracking Skills Within Same Group
- Friday December 27, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A new study has revealed significant variation in the nut-cracking abilities of chimpanzees within the same group, highlighting differences in their cognitive and motor skills. Researchers analysed 3,882 video-recorded attempts by wild chimpanzees in Bossou, Guinea, to crack open oil palm nuts. The study found that some chimps were highly skilled, ...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Knitting, Puzzles, Not Scrolling: Study Links Mental Activity To Reduced Dementia Risk
- Tuesday March 31, 2026
- Written by Debosmita Ghosh
People who keep their minds active while sitting; through crafts, games, or focused tasks, tend to have a lower risk of dementia later in life. However, this doesn't mean that sitting is 'healthy.'
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doctor.ndtv.com
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Can Your Reaction Speed Reveal Brain Health? The 30-Second Test Explained
- Sunday March 15, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
Reaction time reflects brain processing speed; simple tests like the ruler drop can reveal attention, coordination, and early cognitive changes.
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www.ndtv.com
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Mind Workouts That Boost Memory And Reduce The Chances Of Alzheimer's
- Saturday February 7, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
There is no known cure yet for Alzheimer's, hence, it is important that you take necessary steps that can help reduce the chances of developing the disease.
-
www.ndtv.com
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From Yoga To Getting Proper Sleep: Here Are The 5 Hacks To Improve Your Focus Naturally
- Monday February 2, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
25 to 37% of students and adults report attention problems or mind-wandering during tasks, with smartphone and internet use being major contributors. Here are some natural hacks to improve your focus significantly.
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www.ndtv.com
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Doctor Reveals 5 Simple Hacks To Boost Brain Health, Make It Sharper
- Tuesday August 19, 2025
- Offbeat | Edited by Srishti Singh Sisodia
The brain gets stronger with exercise, and switching hands forces the brain to adapt, stimulating regions that are usually less active.
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www.ndtv.com
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Brain’s Built-In Signal Threshold Helps Differentiate Imagination from Reality
- Wednesday June 18, 2025
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A new study reveals that the brain relies on signal strength in the fusiform gyrus to decide whether visuals are real or imagined. This “reality threshold” may help explain how imagination can influence perception and sheds light on disorders like schizophrenia. Researchers believe this mechanism could be central to understanding hallucinations...
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www.gadgets360.com
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Study Reveals Chimpanzees Exhibit Varying Nut-Cracking Skills Within Same Group
- Friday December 27, 2024
- Written by Gadgets 360 Staff
A new study has revealed significant variation in the nut-cracking abilities of chimpanzees within the same group, highlighting differences in their cognitive and motor skills. Researchers analysed 3,882 video-recorded attempts by wild chimpanzees in Bossou, Guinea, to crack open oil palm nuts. The study found that some chimps were highly skilled, ...
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www.gadgets360.com